Impact of the modularity on the efficiency of Smart Transformer solutions

Giusi Quartarone, Marco Liserre, Friedrich Fuchs, Norma Anglani, Giampaolo Buticchi

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Abstract

Due to the possibility to drastically reduce the Solid State Transformer (SST) volume and weight, its use is becoming a reality in traction and wind power plant applications, while, in the electric distribution system, it is still considered futuristic. A SST, with managerial role in the electric distribution grid, is generally called Smart Transformer (ST). Unfortunately the low efficiency, the low reliability and the high cost still act as barriers for its widespread use in the real world. This paper focuses on the impact of a modular design, by benchmarking different ST topologies. Moreover, the paper provides guidelines on how to choose the semiconductor modules and assessments on how the choice affects the efficiency of the ST.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationIECON Proceedings (Industrial Electronics Conference)
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages1512-1518
Number of pages7
ISBN (Electronic)9781479940325
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 24 Feb 2014
Externally publishedYes

Publication series

NameIECON Proceedings (Industrial Electronics Conference)

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Control and Systems Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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